The pair will be bailed to appear at the Hobart Magistrates Court at a later date.

Acting Inspector Philippa Burk said police appreciate people have the democratic right to protest but actions such as those which occurred on Monday morning would not be tolerated.

“Peak hour traffic was thrown into chaos, the safety of the two protesters on the gantry of the bridge was a risk and the actions of the protesters could have resulted in a traffic crash on the bridge.”